Friends of Cooch's Bridge Historic Site

Friends of Cooch's Bridge Historic Site Old Baltimore Pike, Newark, Delaware, and its grounds; and to promote public access to the site. Go to www.friendsofcoochsbridge.org

The Friends of Cooch’s Bridge is honored to serve as the outreach and advocacy group for the historic site’s stewardship, in partnership with its owner, the Delaware Division of Historic and Cultural Affairs. Friends of Cooch’s Bridge Historic Site - Mission

The Friends of Cooch's Bridge Historic Site exists to ensure the preservation of the Cooch's Bridge Historic Site, located at 961 S. The FCB

HS accomplishes this by engaging in one or more of the following activities:

1. Promoting public awareness of and advocacy for this mission and this historic site;


2. Securing funds to support and enhance the restoration, preservation, maintenance, and operation of this historic site;

3. Ensuring financial support for improvements that enhance activities, programs, and contents of this historic home and grounds;

4. Supporting the development of historical and horticultural interpretation and public programs to promote state and local history as well as heritage and ecotourism;

5. Forming partnerships with organizations that can help and benefit from this outstanding historical and cultural treasure.

6. Supporting the development of historical interpretation -- through rigorous research -- that illuminates life today by revealing and understanding the stories of people who lived, visited, worked, died, and fought for independence at the site. Visit our website to learn more, reserve a spot on our next private tour, or make a donation.

Still life with Grapes. Oil on canvass. 20 x 16 inches.
03/12/2026

Still life with Grapes. Oil on canvass. 20 x 16 inches.

03/03/2026
DoMore24, Delaware’s Annual “Day of Giving,” begins Thursday, March 4 at 6 pm and is a great opportunity to show your su...
03/01/2026

DoMore24, Delaware’s Annual “Day of Giving,” begins Thursday, March 4 at 6 pm and is a great opportunity to show your support of the Friends of Cooch’s Bridge Historic Site.

Your DoMore24 gift will earn the Friends matching funds from the United Way, the organizer of this 24-hour fundraiser.

To make a gift of any size, visit our page on the DoMore24 website on Thursday (after 6 pm) or Friday (before 6 pm).

So plan now to make your gift—and help us earn those matching funds! Your gift will fuel the Friends’ mission to preserve and improve Cooch’s Bridge Historic Site and see it open to the public.
Show you care about Cooch’s Bridge Historic Site—and thank you for your generosity!

The 4th Annual Tastes of Cooch's Bridge takes place Sunday, March 1, 4-6 pm at Buena Vista, 661 South Dupont Highway, Ne...
02/24/2026

The 4th Annual Tastes of Cooch's Bridge takes place Sunday, March 1, 4-6 pm at Buena Vista, 661 South Dupont Highway, New Castle. It’s an early evening of craft beverages, tasty treats, fun, and fellowship—all in support and celebration of our mission. With more Delaware chefs and beverage makers on board, this year’s festivities promise to be our best ever. While you meet and mingle with fellow history lovers, you’ll enjoy the diverse and delectable offerings of Buckley’s Tavern, Wilmington Brew Works, Drift Restaurant, Harvest Market, Empanalgas, Green Box Kitchen and Centreville Place. Register now for this extraordinary event at the link below.
https://www.tfaforms.com/5208269

09/23/2025

LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER!

Please join our special event for Founding Friends at Cooch's Bridge Historic Site on Saturday, September 27, from 11 am to 2 pm, when we celebrate our organization's fifth anniversary with a complimentary barbeque lunch.

We will serve lunch under a tent, with tables and chairs, so there's no need to bring a blanket or chairs of your own.

If you are a Founding Friend, there is no fee to participate in the event, but registration is required. To register, go here: https://www.tfaforms.com/5191020

When you register, we will ask you to consider making a donation to support the event and the Friends' next five years. Anyone wishing to become a Founding Friend can do so by making a donation during the registration process.

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961 S. Old Baltimore Pike
Newark, DE
19702

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